How to Help Beauty Pros Impacted by the Los Angeles Wildfires

Four major wildfires are raging across Los Angeles county, which has caused at least 10,000 properties to be destroyed and over 153,000 individuals to be under an evacuation order, according to CNN. The wildfires have impacted countless beauty professionals in the area, and the need for support is urgent. 

Beauty Launchpad is sending our well-wishes, prayers and support to all those affected. If you need to seek aid or wish to donate to support industry professionals, we’ve rounded up a list of resources to help and stay informed. 

Donate or Apply for Aid 

The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) is currently seeking donations to its Disaster Relief Fund to provide critical aid to those struggling to rebuild their lives and businesses. 

Founded in 1955, the PBA’s Disaster Relief Fund was created to help industry professionals pay for essential items such as clothing, food, bills and supplies during times of natural disaster. The fund is supported by generous donations from industry professionals and businesses and has distributed more than $2 million to help industry professionals get back on their feet following catastrophic disaster. 100% of donations go directly to those in need.

To apply for aid or donate, you can visit the Disaster Relief Fund page on the Professional Beauty Association’s website. You can also follow the PBA on Instagram for more updates and information.

The following organizations are offering aid and seeking donations for those in need throughout the area: 

Human Evacuation Shelters 

If you need a place to stay and are under evacuation, here’s a list of shelters you can turn to: 

• Los Angeles County Planet Fitness Centers: Planet Fitness is opening its door to those affected by the wildfires raging across Los Angeles County. See the full list of 20+ locations.
• Westwood Recreation Center: 1350 South Sepulveda Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90025
• El Camino Real Charter High School: 5440 Valley Circle Blvd Woodland Hills, CA 91367
• Pasadena Convention Center: 300 E Green St, Pasadena, CA 91101
• Ritchie Valens Recreation Center: 10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd. Pacoima, CA 91331
• Airbnb: Airbnb is offering free rentals to Los Angeles County residents in need of emergency housing, visit airbnb.org or call 211 for more information.

Animal Evacuation Shelters 

If you have a furry friend who needs a safe place to stay, here’s a list of evacuation shelters for large and small animals: 

• Los Angeles Equestrian Center: 480 W Riverside Dr, Burbank, CA 91506
• Rose Bowl Stadium: 1001 Rose Bowl Dr, Pasadena, CA 91103
• Agoura Animal Care Center: 29525 Agoura Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
• Pasadena Humane Society: 361 S Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105
• Baldwin Park Animal Care Center: 4275 Elton St, Baldwin Park, CA 91706
• Carson Animal Care Center: 216 W Victoria St, Gardena, CA 90248
• Downey Animal Care Center: 1258 Garfield Ave, Downey, CA 90242
• Lancaster Animal Care Center: 5210 W Ave I, Lancaster, CA 93536
• Palmdale Animal Care Center: 38550 Sierra Hwy, Palmdale, CA 93550

Stay Informed 

Here is a list of Instagram accounts to follow for real-time updates and alerts: 

• @lafdfoundation: Registered nonprofit that supports the Los Angeles Fire Department
• @losangelesfiredepartment: Resources, up-to-date information and alerts via LAFD.org/alerts.
• @wckitchen: Prepares and serves fresh meals to those impacted.
• @mutualaidla: Connector and information hub for mutual aid efforts, people and resources across Los Angeles.
• @allthingsorangecounty: Guide to Orange County events, entertainment, food, culture and businesses.
• @readylacounty: Register for phone, email and text alerts by registering at ready.lacounty.gov/emergency-notifications.
• @watchdutyapp: Real-time updates with maps of fires/affected areas.
• @nws: Follow for real-time weather alerts.
• @goodgoodgoodco: Independent media organization covering good news and resources about the good in the world.